NURSING 432- FA Chuck Roberts | Interview the
Patient | Review - Answers and Rationale.
What is the trait theory of leadership? - ANSWER what type of person makes a good
leader?
- Early theories stated that leadership was innate.
- Effective leaders share a number of common personality characteristics or traits.
what are the three classic leadership styles? - ANSWER •Autocratic leaders
•Democratic leaders
•Laissez-faire leaders
what is an autocratic leader? - ANSWER - Leader retains as much power and
decision-making authority as possible
- Structured set of rewards & punishments
what is a democratic leader? - ANSWER - Encourage staff to be part of the decision
making
- Keeps staff informed about everything that affects their work and shares decision
making & problem solving responsibilities
What is laissez-faire leader? - ANSWER - Also known as "hands-off" style
- The leader provides little or no direction and gives the staff as much freedom as
possible
- All authority or power is given to the staff and they determine goals, make
decisions, and resolve problems on their own
what are the contemporary styles of leadership? - ANSWER - Transactional
- Transformational
- Servant
- Authentic
What is transactional leadership? - ANSWER - Motivating and directing followers
primarily through giving rewards or punishment
- Transactional leaders use power and influence to get things done
- They use the power of reward
what is transformational leadership? - ANSWER Provide vision and a sense of
mission
Four components of TL
- Idealized influence
- Inspirational motivation
- Intellectual stimulation
-Individualized consideration
,what is servent leadership? - ANSWER - The main goal of the leader is to serve
- The leader shares the power but puts the needs of the employees first
- Helps to people to develop and perform as highly as possible
what is authentic leadership? - ANSWER 1.Demonstrate a sense of purpose that
comes out as a "passion"
2.Distinct values; they do not compromise on them
3.Relationship building; they work towards establishing real connections
4.Goals and self-discipline; consistent, cool & calm
5.Genuine heart; willing to show compassion
what are visionary leaders? - ANSWER a clear idea of how the future should look
Innovative
Persistent
Willing to take risks
Organized
Enthusiastic
Focused
Willing to listen to others
Have charisma
A sense of responsibility
Optimistic
what are the qualities of situational leaders? - ANSWER 1. Insightful: understands
the needs of the team members
2. Flexible: adjustments management to best serve team members
3. Trustworthy: gains trust through communication and connection
4. Problem solver: thinks big picture to find creative solutions
5. Coach: gives direction through encouragement
what are the four core, common, and critical situational leadership competencies? -
ANSWER 1.Directing: telling people what to do & how; they guide and tell.
2.Coaching: selling an idea; they explain & persuade
3.Supporting: participating; they encourage problem solving; it is member driven.
4.Delegating; empowering and monitoring
what is the positional source of power? - ANSWER •Reward Power (rewarded for
compliance)
•Coercive Power ( through fear)
•Legitimate Power (formal position)
, what is the personal source of power? - ANSWER •Referent Power (personal appeal
& charm)
•Expert Power (being an expert)
a definition of leadership - ANSWER "a multifaceted process of identifying a goal,
motivating others to act, and providing support and motivation to achieve mutually
negotiated goals"
how is followership an art? - ANSWER Followers need to be self-directing, actively
participating, practicing experts who work on behalf of the organization and the
mutually agreed upon vision and goals.
traits of good leaders? - ANSWER - Study and create new ideas
- Make decisions
- Assign appropriate responsibilities
- Create environments of trust, resulting in freedom
- Take risks
- Are loyal to followers
- Are self-confident
- Assume leadership position
traits of good followers? - ANSWER - Test new ideas
- Challenge decisions as needed.
- Know when to accept responsibility and do so
- Use freedom responsibly
- Risk following
- Are trustworthy and respectful
- Are loyal to the leader
- Know themselves
-Follow when appropriate
what is the definition of management? - ANSWER A social process involving
responsibility for economical and effective planning & regulation of operation of an
enterprise in the fulfillment of given purposes.
It is a dynamic process consisting of various elements and activities.
what are the four functions of management? - ANSWER planning and decision
making
organizing
leading
controlling
what is the difference between management and leaderships? - ANSWER
Management makes systems of people and technology work well, day after day,
week after week, year after year
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